Social Work jobs in South Africa

Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences – Department of Social Work

Lecturer in the Department of Social Work – Ref. LSW12/193/0825

Duties:

• Undertake undergraduate teaching in the theoretical programme.
• Undertake undergraduate teaching and coordinate a year group in the practice education programme.
• Engage in research and publication activities.
• Participate in own and departmental social impact activities.
• Perform administrative tasks related to the above duties.

Requirements:

• PhD in Social Work, preferably in the field of child protection.
• Registration with the South African Council for Social Service Professions.
• Evidence of the ability to publish and present at conferences.
• Proficiency in English with willingness to function in a multilingual environment.

Recommendations:

• Knowledge of the BSW Standards of the Social Work Curriculum in South Africa as stipulated by the CHE.
• Experience supervising undergraduate students in a Social Work practice education programme.
• Knowledge and experience of online teaching and learning platforms.
• Experience with independent research.
• Strong leadership and teamwork capabilities.

Applications must include the following:

• A list of at least three contactable referees.
• A one- to two-page cover letter outlining experience, research and teaching plans, and potential contribution to the Department of Social Work at Stellenbosch University.

Commencement of duties: 01 January 2026

Enquiries regarding this post: Dr I Slabbert on 021 808 2069, or at islabbert@sun.ac.za

Enquiries regarding remuneration/benefits and technical assistance with the electronic application process: Human Resources Client Services Centre on 021 808 2753 (Stellenbosch) or 021 938 9636 (Tygerberg), or at sun-e-hr@sun.ac.za

Stellenbosch University (SU) is home to an academic community of 29 000 students (including 4 000 international students) and 3 000 permanent staff members on five campuses. The university town is set in the Boland mountains and offers a distinctive campus atmosphere with modern facilities and a sustainable 21st-century vision.

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